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ASUS Gaming Desktop PC
ROG CG8890
User Manual
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E7592
First Edition
July 2012
Copyright © 2012 ASUSTeK Computer Inc. All Rights Reserved.
No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced,
transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any
means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written
permission of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. (“ASUS”).
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such repair, modication of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the
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Contents
Notices .......................................................................................................... 5
Safety information .......................................................................................... 7
Conventions used in this guide ...................................................................... 8
Where to nd more information ..................................................................... 8
Package contents .......................................................................................... 9
Chapter 1 Getting started
Welcome! ......................................................................................................11
Getting to know your computer .....................................................................11
Setting up your computer ............................................................................. 16
Turning your computer ON/OFF .................................................................. 18
Chapter 2 Using Windows® 7
Starting for the rst time ............................................................................... 19
Using Windows® 7 desktop .......................................................................... 20
Managing your les and folders ................................................................... 22
Restoring your system settings .................................................................... 24
Protecting your computer ............................................................................. 25
Getting Windows® Help and Support ........................................................... 26
Chapter 3 Connecting devices to your computer
Connecting a USB storage device ............................................................... 27
Connecting microphone and speakers ........................................................ 28
Connecting multiple external displays ......................................................... 31
Connecting an HDTV ................................................................................... 33
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Chapter 4 Using your computer
Proper posture when using your Desktop PC.............................................. 35
Using the memory card reader .................................................................... 36
Using the optical drive ................................................................................. 37
Using the ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard ............................................ 38
Using the ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse ..................................................... 39
Chapter 5 Connecting to the Internet
Wired connection ......................................................................................... 47
Wireless connection (on selected models only) ........................................... 49
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Chapter 6 Using the utilities
AI Suite II ..................................................................................................... 51
System Level Up .......................................................................................... 52
Probe II ........................................................................................................ 53
Sensor Recorder .......................................................................................... 56
Ai Charger+ ................................................................................................. 58
USB 3.0 Boost .............................................................................................
ASUS Update .............................................................................................. 61
USB BIOS Flashback .................................................................................. 62
MyLogo2 ......................................................................................................
Audio congurations .................................................................................... 64
Sound Blaster X-Fi MB 2 .............................................................................
ASUS AI Manager ........................................................................................ 69
Nero 9 ........................................................................................................
Recovering your system .............................................................................. 79
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Chapter 7 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 81
ASUS contact information ............................................................................ 88
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Notices
REACH
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of
Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at
ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.
Federal Communications Commission Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference; and
• This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required
to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modications to this unit not
expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority
to operate this equipment.
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RF exposure warning
This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and
the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of
at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provide with antenna
installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure
compliance.
Canadian Department of Communications Statement
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Macrovision Corporation Product Notice
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method
claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision
Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be
authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing
uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering
or disassembly is prohibited.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the
same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries
according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Lithium-Ion Battery Warning
ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services
ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards
for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to
responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging
materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for the detailed recycling
information in different regions.
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Safety information
Disconnect the AC power and peripherals before cleaning. Wipe the Desktop PC using a
clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with solution of nonabrasive detergent
and a few drops of warm water then remove any extra moisture with a dry cloth.
• DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Seek servicing if the casing has
been damaged.
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DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT operate during a gas leak.
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DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the
Desktop PC.
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DO NOT expose to strong magnetic or electrical elds.
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DO NOT expose to or use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT use the modem during
electrical storms.
• Battery safety warning:
contacts. DO NOT disassemble the battery.
• Use this product in environments with ambient temperatures between 0˚C (32F)and
35˚C (95F).
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DO NOT cover the vents on the Desktop PC to prevent the system from getting
overheated.
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DO NOT use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals.
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To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet
before relocating the system.
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Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices
could interrupt the grounding circuit.
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Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not
sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power
company.
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If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied service
technician or your retailer.
DO NOT throw the battery in re. DO NOT short circuit the
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Conventions used in this guide
To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used
throughout this manual.
DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when completing
a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when completing a
task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.
Where to nd more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software
updates.
ASUS websites
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software
products. Refer to the ASUS website www.asus.com.
ASUS Local Technical Support
Visit ASUS website at
local Technical Support Engineer.
http://support.asus.com/contact for the contact information of
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Package contents
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ASUS ROG Gaming
Desktop PC
ASUS ROG U9N Gaming
Keyboard package x1
ASUS GX900 Gaming
Mouse x1
Power cord x1 Nero 9 burning software DVD x1Installation Guide x1
Warranty card x1 Support DVD x1 Recovery DVD x1
(optional)
OR
Wi-Fi Ring moving antenna x2
(optional)
• If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
• The illustrated items above are for reference only. Actual product specications may vary
with different models.
• For details on using the bundled gaming keyboard and mouse, refer to sections
the ASUS ROG Gaming Keyboard and Using the ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse.
Antenna x1 (optional)
Using
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Chapter 1
Getting started
Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing the ASUS ROG CG8890 Gaming Desktop PC!
The ASUS ROG CG8890 Gaming Desktop PC provides cutting-edge performance,
uncompromised reliability, and user-centric utilities. All these values are encapsulated in a
stunningly futuristic and stylish system casing.
Read the ASUS Warranty Card before setting up your ASUS Desktop PC.
Getting to know your computer
Illustrations are for reference only. The ports and their locations, and the chassis color vary
with different models.
Front panel
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1. Power button. Press this button to turn on your computer.
2. Secure Digital™ / MultiMediaCard slot.
Insert a Secure Digital™ card or
MultiMediaCard into this slot.
3. Optical disk drive bay.
4. Hot Swap Bay (empty).
5. Power LED.
This LED lights up when you turn on your computer.
6. Memory Stick™ / Memory Stick Pro™ card slot.
There is an optical disk drive in this bay.
Allows you to install an additional HDD in this bay.
Insert a Memory Stick™ / Memory
Stick Pro™ card into this slot.
7. CompactFlash
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/ Microdrive™ card slot. Insert a CompactFlash® / Microdrive™ card
into this slot.
8. OC Button.
This button adjusts the System Level Up prole of your computer.
9. USB 3.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB 3.0
devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
• DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows
operating system.
• Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows
OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation.
• USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only.
• We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster
and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices.
10. USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0
devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
11. Microphone port.
12. Headphone port.
This port connects to a microphone.
This port connects to a headphone or speaker.
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1. USB 2.0 ports.USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0
devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
2. Clear CMOS switch.
Press the Clear CMOS switch to clear BIOS setup information
only when the system hangs due to overclocking.
3. Optical S/PDIF_OUT port. This port connects to an external audio output device via
an optical S/PDIF cable.
4. ROG Connect switch. Allows you to monitor and adjust the local PC through your
remote PC.
5. USB 2.0 ports. These Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) ports connect to USB 2.0
devices such as a mouse, printer, scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
6. USB 3.0 ports, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode.
These Universal Serial
Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB 3.0 devices such as a mouse, printer,
scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
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• The USB 3.0 ports only support Windows® 7 or later versions. UASP standard only
supports Windows® 8.
• DO NOT connect a keyboard / mouse to any USB 3.0 port when installing Windows
operating system.
• Due to USB 3.0 controller limitation, USB 3.0 devices can only be used under Windows
OS environment and after the USB 3.0 driver installation.
• USB 3.0 devices can only be used as data storage only.
• We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3.0 devices to USB 3.0 ports for faster
and better performance for your USB 3.0 devices.
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7. External SATA ports.External SATA ports. These external SATA ports connects to SATA storage devices.
8. USB 3.0 ports, support ASUS USB 3.0 Boost UASP Mode.
These Universal Serial
Bus 3.0 (USB 3.0) ports connect to USB 3.0 devices such as a mouse, printer,
scanner, camera, PDA, and others.
9. Side Speaker Out port (gray).
This port connects to the side speakers in an 8-channel
audio conguration.
10. Rear Speaker Out port (black).
Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects to the rear speakers in a 4, 6, and
8-channel audio conguration.
11. Center/Subwoofer port (orange).
This port connects to the center/subwoofer
speakers.
12. Microphone port (pink).
Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone.
13. Line Out port (lime).
Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or speaker. In a 4, 6, or
8-channel conguration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.
14. Line In port (light blue).
Line In port (light blue). This port connects to a tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio
sources.
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Refer to the audio conguration table below for the function of the audio ports in a 2, 4, 6,
or 8-channel conguration.
Audio 2, 4, 6, or 8-channel conguration
Port
Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Line In
Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In
Orange – – Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer
Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out
Gray – – – Side Speaker Out
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4-channel 6-channel 8-channel
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15. PS/2 Keyboard / Mouse combo port. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard or mouse.
16. LAN (R�-45) port.LAN (R�-45) port.
This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN)
through a network hub.
LAN port LED indications
Activity/Link LED Speed LED
Status Description Status Description
OFF No link OFF 10Mbps connection
ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection
BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection
ACT/LINK
LED
LAN port
SPEED
LED
17. Expansion slot bracket.Expansion slot bracket. Remove the expansion slot bracket when installing an
expansion card.21.
18. Sound card ports (removable).
These ports connect to your output devices such as
microphone, headset and speakers.
19. ASUS Graphics Card (optional).
ASUS Graphics Card (optional). The display output ports on this optional ASUS
Graphics Card may vary with different models.
20. Power switch.
21. Power connector (input rated: 100~120/200~240Vac, 60/50Hz, 10/5A).
Switch to turn ON/OFF the power supply to your computer.
Plug the
power cord to this connector.
22 . Air vents.
These vents allow air ventilation.
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Setting up your computer
This section guides you through connecting the main hardware devices, such as the external
monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cord, to your computer.
Connecting an external monitor
Using the ASUS Graphics Card (on selected models only)
Connect your monitor to the display output port on the discrete ASUS Graphics Card.
To connect an external monitor using the ASUS Graphics Card:
1. Connect a monitor to a display output port on the ASUS Graphics Card.
2. Plug the monitor to a power source.
The display output ports on the ASUS Graphics Card may vary with different models.
• If your computer comes with an ASUS Graphics Card, the graphics card is set as the
primary display device in the BIOS. Hence, connect your monitor to a display output port
on the graphics card.
• To connect multiple external monitors to your computer, refer to
external monitors in Chapter 3 of this user manual for details.
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Connecting a USB keyboard and a USB mouse
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Connect a USB keyboard and a USB mouse to the USB ports on the rear panel of your
computer.
The pre-installed setup utility for the bundled ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse can be
accessed only when connecting the mouse to your computer before starting Windows
7 for the rst time. Otherwise, you will have to manually install the setup utility from the
bundled Support DVD. Refer to section Using the ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse of
Chapter 4 for details.
Connecting the power cord
Connect one end of the power cord to the power connector on the rear panel of your
computer and the other end to a power source.
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Turning your computer ON/OFF
This section describes how to turn on/off your computer after setting up your computer.
Turning your computer ON
To turn your computer ON:
1. Turn your monitor ON.
2. Turn the power switch ON, then press the power button on your computer.
Power button
3. Wait until the operating system loads automatically.
Turning your computer OFF
To turn your computer OFF:
1. Close all running applications.
2. Click
3. Click
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to shut down the operating system.
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Using Windows® 7
Starting for the rst time
When you start your computer for the rst time, a series of screens appear to guide you in
conguring the basic settings of your Windows® 7 operating system.
To start for the rst time:
1. Turn your computer on. Wait for a few minutes until the
appears.
2. From dropdown list, select your language, then click
3. From the dropdown lists, select your
Keyboard layout, then click Next.
4. Key in uniques names for the
5. Key in the necessary information to set up your password, then click
also click Next to skip this step without entering any information.
If you want to set up a password for your account later, refer to the section Setting up a
user account and password in this chapter.
Country or region, Time and currency, and
user name and computer name, then click Next.
Set Up Windows screen
Next.
Next. You may
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6. Carefully read the license terms. Tick
7. Select
8. Review your date and time settings. Click
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Use recommended settings or Install important updates only to set up the
security settings for your computer. To skip this step, select Ask me later.
restarts. You may now start using your computer.
I accept the license terms and click Next.
Next. The system loads the new settings and
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Using Windows® 7 desktop
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Click the Start icon > Help and Support to obtain more information about Windows® 7.
Using the Start menu
The Start menu gives you access to programs, utilities, and other useful items on your
computer. It also provides you with more information about Windows 7 through its Help and
Support feature.
Launching items from the Start menu
To launch items from the Start menu:
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1. From the Windows
2. From the Start menu, select the item that you want to launch.
You may pin programs that you want constantly displayed on the Start menu. For more
details, refer to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on this
chapter.
Using the Getting Started item
The Getting Started item on the Start menu contains information about some basic tasks
such as personalizing Windows®, adding new users, and transferring les to help you to
familiarize yourself with using Windows® 7.
To use the Getting Started item:
1. From the Windows
2. Select
3. Select the task that you want to do.
Getting Started. The list of available tasks appears.
taskbar, click the Start icon .
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taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu.
Using the taskbar
The taskbar allows you to launch and manage programs or items installed on your computer.
Launching a program from the taskbar
To launch a program from the taskbar:
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program.
You may pin programs that you want constantly displayed on the taskbar. For more details,
refer to the section Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar on this chapter.
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taskbar, click an icon to launch it. Click the icon again to hide the
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Pinning items on the jumplists
When you right-click an icon on the taskbar, a jumplist launches to provide you with quickaccess to the program’s or item’s related links.You may pin items on the jumplist such as
favorite websites, often-visited folders or drives, or recently played media les.
To pin items to the jumplist:
1. From the taskbar, right-click an icon.
2. From the jumplist, right-click the item that you want to pin, then select
Pin to this list.
Unpinning items from the jumplist
To unpin items from the jumplist:
1. From the taskbar, right-click an icon.
2. From the jumplist, right-click the item that you want to remove from the jumplist, then
select Unpin from this list.
Pinning programs on the Start menu or taskbar
To pin programs on the Start menu or taskbar:
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1. From the Windows
2. Right-click the item that you want to pin on the Start menu or taskbar.
3. Select
Pin to Taskbar or Pin to Start menu.
You may also right-click on the icon of a running program on the taskbar, then select Pin
this program to taskbar.
taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu.
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Unpinning programs from the Start menu
To unpin programs from the Start menu:
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1. From the Windows
taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu.
2. From the Start menu, right-click the program that you want to unpin, then select
Remove from this list.
Unpinning programs from the taskbar
To unpin programs from the taskbar:
1. From the taskbar, right-click the program that you want to remove from the taskbar,
then select Unpin this program from taskbar.
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Using the notication area
By default, the notication area shows these three icons:
Action Center notication
Click this icon to display all the alert messages/notications and launch the Windows
Action Center.
Network connection
This icon displays the connection status and signal strength of the wired or wireless network
connection.
Volume
Click this icon to adjust the volume.
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Displaying an alert notication
To display an alert notication:
• Click the Notication icon
For more details, refer to the section Using Windows® Action Center in this chapter.
, then click the message to open it.
Customizing icons and notications
You may choose to display or hide the icons and notications on the taskbar or on the
notication area.
To customize icons and notications:
1. From the notication area, click on the arrow icon
2. Click
Customize.
3. From the dropdown list, select the behaviors for the icons or items that you want to
customize.
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Managing your les and folders
Using Windows® Explorer
Windows® Explorer allows you to view, manage, and organize your les and folders.
Launching Windows® Explorer
To launch Windows Explorer:
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1. From the Windows
2. Click
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Computer to launch Windows Explorer.
taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu.
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Exploring les and folders
To explore les and folders:
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1. Launch Windows
2. From the navigation or view pane, browse for the location of your data.
3. From the breadcrumb bar, click the arrow to display the contents of the drive or folder.
Explorer.
Customizing the le/folder view
To customize the le/folder view:
1. Launch Windows Explorer.
2. From the navigation pane, select the location of your data.
3. From the toolbar, click the View icon
4. From the View menu, move the slider to select how you want to view the le/folder.
You may also right-click anywhere on the View pane, click View, and select the view type
that you want.
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Arranging your les
To arrange your les:
1. Launch Windows Explorer.
2. From the
3. Select your preferred arrangement type.
Arrange by eld, click to display the dropdown list.
Sorting your les
To sort your les:
1. Launch Windows Explorer.
2. Right-click anywhere on the View pane.
3. From the menu that appears, select
Sort by, then select your preferred sorting type.
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Grouping your les
To group your les:
1. Launch Windows Explorer.
2. Right-click anywhere on the View pane.
3. From the menu that appears, select
type.
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Adding a new folder
To add a new folder:
1. Launch Windows Explorer.
2. From the toolbar, click
3. Key in a name for the new folder.
You may also right-click anywhere on the View pane, click New > Folder.
New folder.
Backing up your les
Setting up a backup
To set up a backup:
1. Click
2. Click
3. Select your backup destination. Click
4. Select
5. Follow the onscreen instructions to nish the process.
> All Programs > Maintenance > Backup and Restore.
Set up backup. Click Next.
Next.
Let Windows choose (recommended) or Let me choose as your backup
mode.
If you select Let Windows choose, Windows will not back up your programs, FAT-
formatted les, Recycle Bin les, or temporary les that are 1GB or more.
Restoring your system settings
The Windows® System Restore feature creates a restore point where the computer’s system
settings are stored at certain time and date. It allows you to restore or undo changes to your
computer’s system settings without affecting your personal data.
To restore your system:
1. Close all running applications.
2. Click
3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process.
> All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > System Restore.
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Protecting your computer
Using Windows® 7 Action Center
Windows® 7 Action Center provides you with alert notications, security information, system
maintenance information, and the option to automatically troubleshoot and x some common
computer problems.
You may customize the notications. For more details, refer to the previous section
Customizing icons and notications in this chapter.
Launching Windows® 7 Action Center
To launch Windows® 7 Action Center:
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1. To launch Windows 7 Action Center, click the Notication icon
Action Center.
2. From Windows 7 Action Center, click the task that you want to do.
, then click Open
Using Windows® Update
Windows Update allows you to check and install the latest updates to enhance the security
and performance of your computer.
Launching Windows® Update
To launch Windows® Update:
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1. From the Windows
2. Select
3. From the Windows Update screen, click the task that you want to do.
All Programs > Windows Update.
taskbar, click the Start icon to launch the Start menu.
Setting up a user account and password
You may create user accounts and passwords for people who will use your computer.
Setting up a user account
To set up a user account:
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1. From the Windows
2. Select
3. Select
4. Key in the name of the new user.
5. Select either
6. When done, click
Manage another account.
Create a new account.
taskbar, click > Getting Started > Add new users.
Standard user or Administrator as the user type.
Create Account.
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Setting up a user’s password
To set up a user’s password:
1. Select the user that you would like to set a password.
2. Select
3. Key in a password and conrm it. Key in your password’s hint.
4. When done, click
Create a password.
Create password.
Activating the anti-virus software
Trend Micro Internet Security is pre-installed on your computer. It is a third-party anti-virus
software protecting your computer from virus. It is purchased separately. You have a 30-day
trial period after activating it.
To activate Trend Micro Internet Security:
1. Run the Trend Micro Internet Security application.
2. Carefully read the license terms. Click
3. Input your e-mail address and select your location. Click
4. Click Finish to complete the activation.
Agree & Activate.
Next.
Getting Windows® Help and Support
Windows® Help and Support provides you with guides and answers in using the applications
in Windows® 7 platform.
To launch Windows® Help and Support, click > Help and Support.
Ensure that you are connected to the Internet to obtain the latest Windows
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Connecting devices to your computer
Connecting a USB storage device
This desktop PC provides USB 2.0/1.1 and USB 3.0 ports on both the front and rear panels.
These USB ports allow you to connect USB devices such as storage devices.
To connect a USB storage device:
• Insert the USB storage device to your computer.
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Front panel
To remove a USB storage device:
1. Click
2. When the
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from the Windows notication area on your
computer, then click Eject USB2.0 FlashDisk or Eject
USB3.0 FlashDisk if you are using the USB3.0 ash drive
or USB3.0-compatible devices.
Safe to Remove Hardware message
pops up, remove the USB storage device from
your computer.
DO NOT remove a USB storage device when data transfer is in progress. Doing so may
cause data loss or damage the USB storage device.
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Connecting microphone and speakers
This desktop PC comes with microphone ports and speaker ports on both the front and
rear panels. The audio I/O ports located on the rear panel allow you to connect 2-channel,
4-channel, 6-channel, and 8-channel stereo speakers.
Connecting Headphone and Mic
Connecting 2-channel Speakers
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Connecting 4-channel Speakers
Connecting 6-channel Speakers
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Connecting 8-channel Speakers
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Connecting multiple external displays
Your desktop PC may come with VGA, HDMI, or DVI ports and allows you to connect multiple
external displays.
When a graphics card is installed in your computer, connect the monitors on the output
ports of the graphics card.
Setting up multiple displays
When using multiple monitors, you are allowed to set display modes. You can use the
additional monitor as a duplicate of your main display, or as an extension to enlarge your
Windows desktop.
To set up multiple displays:
1. Turn off your computer.
2. Connect the two monitors to your computer and connect the power cords to the
monitors. Refer to Setting up your computer section in Chapter 1 for details on how
to connect a monitor to your computer.
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For some graphic cards, only the monitor that is set to be the primary display has display
during POST. The dual display function works only under Windows.
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3. Turn on your computer.
4. Do any of the following to open the
Screen Resolution setting screen:
• Click
> Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Display >
Change display settings.
• Right click anywhere on your Windows desktop. When the pop-up menu appears,
click Personalize > Display > Change display settings.
5. Select the display mode from the Multiple displays: drop-down list.
•
Duplicate these displays: Select this option to use the additional monitor as a
duplicate of your main display.
•
Extend these displays: Select this option to use the additional monitor as an
extension display. This increases your desktop space.
•
Show desktop only on 1 / 2: Select this option to show desktop only on monitor
1 or monitor 2.
•
Remove this display: Select this options to remove the selected display.
6. Click Apply or OK. Then click Keep Changes on the conrmation message.
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Connecting an HDTV
Connect a High Denition TV (HDTV) to the HDMI port of your computer.
• You need an HDMI cable to connect the HDTV and the computer. The HDMI cable is
purchased separately.
• To get the best display performance, ensure that your HDMI cable is less than 15
meters.
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Eye level to the top of
the monitor screen
Foot rest 90˚ angles
Using your computer
Proper posture when using your Desktop PC
When using your Desktop PC, maintaining the proper posture is necessary to prevent strain to
your wrists, hands, and other joints or muscles. This section provides you with tips on avoiding
physical discomfort and possible injury while using and fully enjoying your Desktop PC.
To maintain the proper posture:
• Position your computer chair to make sure that your elbows are at or slightly above the
keyboard to get a comfortable typing position.
• Adjust the height of your chair to make sure that your knees are slightly higher than
your hips to relax the backs of your thighs. If necessary, use a footrest to raise the level
of your knees.
• Adjust the back of your chair so that the base of your spine is rmly supported and
angled slightly backward.
• Sit upright with your knees, elbows and hips at an approximately 90º angle when you
are at the PC.
• Place the monitor directly in front of you, and turn the top of the monitor screen even
with your eye level so that your eyes look slightly downward.
• Keep the mouse close to the keyboard, and if necessary, use a wrist rest for support to
reduce the pressure on your wrists while typing.
• Use your Desktop PC in a comfortably-lit area, and keep it away from sources of glare
such as windows and straight sunlight.
• Take regular mini-breaks from using your Desktop PC.
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Using the memory card reader
Digital cameras and other digital imaging devices use memory cards to store digital picture or
media les. The built-in memory card reader on the front panel of your system allows you to
read from and write to different memory card drives.
To use the memory card:
1. Insert the memory card into the card slot.
• A memory card is keyed so that it ts in only one direction. DO NOT force a card into a
slot to avoid damaging the card.
• You can place media in one or more of the card slots and use each media
independently. Place only one memory card in a slot at one time.
2. Select a program from the AutoPlay window to access your les.
• If AutoPlay is NOT enabled in your computer, click Windows® 7 Start button on the
taskbar, click Computer, and then double-click the memory card icon to access the data
on it.
• Each card slot has its own drive icon which is displayed on the
• The memory card reader LED lights up and blinks when data is being read from or
written to the memory card.
Computer screen.
3. When nished, right-click the memory card drive icon on the Computer screen, click
Eject, and then remove the card.
Never remove cards while or immediately after reading, copying, formatting, or deleting
data on the card or else data loss may occur.
To prevent data loss, use “Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media” in the Windows
notication area before removing the memory card.
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Using the optical drive
Inserting an optical disc
To insert an optical disc:
1. While your system is on, press the PUSH button.
2. Press the eject button below the drive bay cover to open the tray.
3. Place the disc to the optical drive with the label side facing up.
4. Push the tray to close it.
5. Select a program from the AutoPlay window to access your les.
If AutoPlay is NOT enabled in your computer, click Windows® 7 Start button on the taskbar,
click Computer, and then double-click the CD/DVD drive icon to access the data on it.
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Removing an optical disc
To remove an optical disc:
1. While the system is on, do either of the following to eject the tray:
• Press the eject button below the drive bay cover.
• Right-click the CD/DVD drive icon on the
2. Remove the disc from the disc tray.
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Using the ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard
Your CG8580 Essentio Desktop PC comes with the bundled ASUS ROG U9N Gaming
Keyboard for an optimal gaming experience.
Installing the ASUS ROG U9N Gaming Keyboard
Use the bundled PS/2 to USB adaptor to connect your gaming keyboard to your
1.
computer’s USB 2.0 port.
Check the section Package contents for the package contents of the ASUS ROG U9N
Gaming Keyboard.
Align and insert the wrist pad into the gaming keyboard’s wrist pad slots (A). Using both
2.
thumbs, push down the wrist pad until it snaps in place (B).
A
Restart your computer. Windows® automatically installs all necessary drivers for your
3.
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Using the ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse
Your CG8580 Essentio Desktop PC comes with the bundled ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse
for your full-blast game control.
Check the section Package contents for the package contents of the ASUS GX900
Gaming Mouse.
The ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse comes with a left button, a right button, a scroll wheel, two
side buttons, a DPI button, and a specially designed Prole Switch button.
Keys Description Keys Description
Left button
1
Right button
2
Scroll wheel
3
DPI switch
4
Prole switch button/Prole indicator*
5
LED DPI indicator**
6
GX900 logo
7
IE Forward button
8
IE Backward button
9
Mouse feet
10
Mouse feet and Twin-Eye Laser sensor
11
Weight base (5 x 4.5g blocks)***
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*** To adjust the mouse weight, add or remove the weight blocks.
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*Prole switch LED indications
LED colors
None
Green
Red
Orange
**DPI switch LED indications
LED colors
2
4
Indications
Normal Prole
Prole 1
Prole 2
Prole 3
Indications
DPI Level 1
DPI Level 2
Launching the program
A specially designed program is pre-installed on your computer, which allows you to set up
your ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse to avail all its features.
When you connect ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse to your computer before starting Windows®
7 for the rst time, the program automatically detected the mouse and can be accessed
directly. Otherwise, you will have to manually install the setup utility from the bundled Support
DVD.
To install the program from Support DVD, place the support DVD into the optical drive and
follow the onscreen instructions to launch the program.
If Autorun is NOT enabled in your computer, browse the contents of the support DVD to
locate the GX900.exe le. Double-click the GX900.exe le to launch the program.
Setting your ASUS GX900 Gaming Mouse
Ensure that your gaming mouse is connected to your computer’s USB port. The program
automatically detects the mouse and displays the main menu.
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Main Menu
Items Description
1 Click each tab to display the selected prole menu.
2 Displays the prole icon to congure prole 1-3 menus.
3 Click to reset the DPI conguration to the previously saved settings.
4 Drag the slider to adjust the DPI value for each level.
5 Click to reset the button settings to the previous settings
6 Click to display the different prole color indicators and their status.
7 Click to load the saved prole to your mouse.
8 Click to save the current prole settings to your hard disk drive.
9 Click to reset all the mouse settings to the factory default settings.
10 Click to save the settings you have made.
11 Click to save the settings you have made and exit the program.
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* Each prole provides two DPI levels. Two DPI switch LEDs light up indicating that you are
using Level 1, and four LEDs light up indicating that you are using Level 2.
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Prole 1 menu
Items Description
1 Click to open the Edit menu and change the prole name and prole icon.
2 Enter the desired prole name.
3 Click to locate the image le you want to use as the prole icon.
4
Select the function for each button/action from the drop down list.
* Refer to the table below for more details.
Functions Description
L-Button Left mouse button function
R-Button Right mouse button function
M-Button Middle mouse button function
IE Backward
IE Forward
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IE Backward button function. If selected, press the button to go back to
the previous page.
IE Forward button function. If selected, press the button to go to the
next page.
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Functions Description
Keyboard Press the button to perform a keystroke or keystroke sequence.
Macro
Script #1-6
Press the button to run a command or series of commands that you
can edit via the Edit Macro menu. See Macro menu for details.
Press the button to run a script that you can edit via the Edit Script
menu. See Edit Script menu for details.
DPI [+] Press the button to increase the DPI value.
DPI [-] Press the button to decrease the DPI value.
DPI Level 1/2 Press the button to use the DPI Level 1/2.
Prole Switch Prole Switch button function.
Normal Prole Press the button to use the normal prolle.
User Prole 1/2/3 Press the button to use the customized prole 1/2/3.
Press the button to scroll leftward/rightward as a tilt wheel does.
Wheel (left/right)
This function only works for Microsoft® Ofce applications under
the Windows® 7/Vista operating systems.
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Rapid Fire (mouse)
Rapid Fire (key)
Press the button to do a rapid re in a click-to-attack game, which is
the same as triple clicking the left mouse button.
Press the button to do a rapid re in a game using the spacebar to
attack, which is the same as pressing the keyboard’s spacebar thrice.
Web Browser Press the button to launch your default web browser.
E-mail Press the button to launch your default e-mail application.
Media Player Press the button to launch your default media player.
Play/Pause
Stop
Next Track
These buttons become playback control buttons in an active media
player.
Prev Track
Volume Up/Down Press the button to increase/decrease the system volume.
Mute Press the button to turn the volume’s mute mode on/off.
Calculator Press the button to launch the Calculator application.
My Computer Press the button to open My Computer window.
Disabled Select this item to deactivate the mouse’s selected button.
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Edit Macro menu
Items Description
Edit Macro Click to open the Edit Macro menu.
Timing
Insert
Check this item to record the time between pressing down and
releasing a button. (Default: 12 milliseconds)
When checked, the new instruction will be inserted before the selected
instruction. Otherwise, any new instruction will be given the rst priority.
Start* Click to start recording the keystrokes and/or mouse actions.
Stop Click to stop recording the keystrokes and/or mouse actions.
Clear Click to clear all saved instructions.
Move up/down Click to move up/down the selected instruction.
Instruction
cycle time
When Timing is unchecked, all the actions’ delay time will be the value
you chose from the drop down list.
Loop Sets the macro to run at a click and stop when clicked again.
Fire Sets the macro to run once in one click.
Keeping re
Sets the macro to run when you hold down the button and stop when
you release the button.
Export Click to save the current macro to your hard disk drive.
Import Click to load a macro from your hard disk drive.
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Edit Script menu
Items Description
Edit Script Click to open the Edit Script menu.
Timing
Insert
Check this item to record the time between pressing down and
releasing a button. (Default: 12 milliseconds)
When checked, the new instruction will be inserted before the selected
instruction. Otherwise, any new instruction will be given the rst priority.
Start Click to start recording the keystrokes and/or mouse actions.
Stop Click to stop recording the keystrokes and/or mouse actions.
Clear Click to clear all saved instructions.
Move up/down Click to move up/down the selected instruction.
Instruction
cycle time
When Timing is unchecked, all the actions’ delay time will be the value
you chose from the drop down list.
Loop Sets the script to run at a click and stop when clicked again.
Fire Sets the script to run once in one click.
Keeping re
Sets the script to run when you hold down the button and stop when
you release the button.
Export Click to save the current script to your hard disk drive.
Import Click to load a script from your hard disk drive.
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Chapter 5
E-SATA
Modem
RJ-45 cable
Connecting to the Internet
Wired connection
Use an RJ-45 cable to connect your computer to a DSL/cable modem or a local area network
(LAN).
Connecting via a DSL/cable modem
To connect via a DSL/cable modem:
1. Set up your DSL/cable modem.
Refer to the documentation that came with your DSL/cable modem.
2. Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the rear panel of your
computer and the other end to a DSL/cable modem.
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3. Turn on the DSL/cable modem and your computer.
4. Congure the necessary Internet connection settings.
Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for details or assistance in setting up your
Internet connection.
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E-SATA
RJ-45 cable
LAN
Connecting via a local area network (LAN)
To connect via a LAN:
1. Connect one end of an RJ-45 cable to the LAN (RJ-45) port on the rear panel of your
computer and the other end to your LAN.
2. Turn on your computer.
3. Congure the necessary Internet connection settings.
Contact your network administrator for details or assistance in setting up your Internet
connection.
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Wireless connection (on selected models only)
E-SATA
Wireless AP
Modem
Connect your computer to the Internet through a wireless connection.
To establish a wireless connection, you need to connect to a wireless access point (AP).
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• To increase the range and sensitivity of the wireless radio signal, connect the external
antennas to the antenna connectors on the ASUS WLAN Card.
• Place the antennas on the top of your computer for the best wireless performance.
• The external antennas are optional items.
To connect to a wireless network:
1. Click the network icon in the notication area to display the available wireless
networks.
2. Select the wireless network that you want to connect to, then click
3. You may need to key in the network security key for a secured wireless network, then
click OK.
4. Wait while your computer is connecting to the wireless network.
5. The wireless connection is established successfully. The connection status is displayed
and the network icon displays the connected status.
Connect.
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Using the utilities
Software information
Most of the applications in the support DVD have wizards that will conveniently guide you
through the installation. View the online help or readme le that came with the software
application for more information.
AI Suite II
AI Suite II is an all-in-one interface that integrates several ASUS utilities and allows users to
launch and operate these utilities simultaneously.
Installing AI Suite II
To install AI Suite II on your computer
1. Place the support DVD to the optical drive. The Drivers installation tab appears if your
computer has enabled the Autorun feature.
2. Click on the Utilities tab, then click
3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete installation.
Using AI Suite II
AI Suite II automatically starts when you enter the Windows® operating system (OS). The AI
Suite II icon appears in the Windows® notication area. Click on the icon to open the AI Suite
II main menu bar.
Click on each button to select and launch a utility, to monitor the system, to update the
motherboard BIOS, to display the system information, and to customize the settings of AI Suite II.
AI Suite II.
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select a
utility
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Click to
monitor
sensors
or CPU
frequency
• •The applications in the Tool menu vary with models.
• The screeshots of AI Suite II in this user manual are for reference only. The actual
screenshots vary with models.
• Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website
at www.asus.com for detailed software conguration.
Click to
update the
motherboard
BIOS
Click to
show system
information
Click to customize
interface settings
Click to
display ASUS
support
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The Tool menu
The Tool menu includes System Level Up, Probe II, Sensor
Recorder, Dr. Net, USB 3.0 Boost,and Ai Charger+.
System Level Up
System Level Up allows you to overclock the system from within Windows
settings.
To launch System Level up, click Tool > System Level Up on the AI Suite II menu bar.
Assign the hot keys for the System Level Up prole exchange. You can adjust the hot key
settings manually. See gure below for details.
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using the prole
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Adjust System Level Up via two methods:
BIOS
In the BIOS Setup program, click Extreme Tweaker > System Level Up, and congure
the options as needed.
OC Button
Press the OC button on the upper left side corner of the front panel of your desktop.
Probe II
Probe II is a utility that monitors the computer’s vital components, and detects and alerts you
of any problems. Probe II monitors fan rotations, CPU temperature, and system voltages,
among others. With this utility, you are assured that your computer is always at a healthy
operating condition.
Launching Probe II
After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch Probe II by clicking
Tool > Probe II on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
Conguring Probe II
Click the Voltage/Temperature/Fan Speed tabs to activate the sensors or to adjust the
sensor threshold values. The Preference tab allows you to customize the time interval of
sensor alerts, or change the temperature unit.
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Saves your
conguration
Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at
www.asus.com for detailed software conguration.
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Loads the default
threshold values
for each sensor
Applies changesLoads your saved
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Voltage
The Voltage tab displays the system voltage sensors, including the current and
threshold values. When a system voltage is less or more than the threshold
percentage, the sensor sends an alert to the user through the monitor panels, or via a
pop-up message.
Temperature
The Temperature tab displays the CPU and motherboard temperature sensors,
including the current and threshold values. When the CPU/MB temperature exceeds
the threshold temperature, the sensor sends an alert to the user through the monitor
panels or via a pop-up message.
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Fan Speed
The Fan Speed tab displays the current and threshold rotations (per minute) of the
CPU, chassis, and power fans. When a fan rotation is less than the threshold rotation,
the sensor sends an alert to the user through the monitor panels or via a pop-up
message.
Preference
The Preference tab allows you to enable the pop-up window, set the cycle detection
interval, and select the temperature unit.
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Alert Log
The Alert Log tab displays all normal and critical events detected by the sensors,
including the sensor value at the time of the event. Click Clear to empty the log.
Sensor Recorder
Sensor Recorder monitors the changes in the system voltage, temperature, and fan speed on
a timeline. The History Record function allows you to record specic time periods for all three
values.
Launching Sensor Recorder
After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch Sensor Recorder by
clicking Tool > Sensor Recorder on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
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Using Sensor Recorder
Click on Voltage/ Temperature/ Fan Speed tabs for the status you want to monitor. Colored
lines will automatically appear on the diagram to indicate real-time changes to the system
status.
Using History Record
1. Click on the History Record tab and adjust the settings on the left for Type, Date,
Record Interval, and Record Duration.
2. Colored lines representing the values will be displayed on the graph to indicate
changes over a given period of time.
3. Click on Recording to record the changes.
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Click on Monitor > Sensor on the AI Suite II main menu bar and a highlight of the system
statuses will appear on the right panel.
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Ai Charger+
Battery Charging Version 1.1 (BC 1.1), a USB Implementers Forum (USB-IF) certied USB
charging function, is designed to make USB charging faster than standard USB. Using Ai
Charger+, a BC 1.1 compliant USB device* will be detected automatically once connected
to the system and will begin charging at up to three times faster** than standard USB
devices.
• * Check your USB device manufacturer if it fully supports the BC 1.1 feature.
• ** The actual charging speed may vary with your USB device’s conditions.
• Remove and reconnect your USB device after enabling or disabling Ai Charger+ to
ensure normal charging function.
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USB 3.0 Boost
ASUS’ exclusive USB 3.0 Boost increases the speed of USB 3.0 devices and provides up-todate support for the USB Attached SCSI Protocol (UASP) standard. With USB 3.0 Boost, you
can accelerate the transfer speed of your USB 3.0 devices with ease.
Launching USB 3.0 Boost
After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch USB 3.0 Boost by
clicking Tool > USB 3.0 Boost on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
Conguring USB 3.0 Boost
1. Connect a USB 3.0 device to the USB 3.0 port.
2. USB 3.0 Boost automatically detects the type of connected device and switches to
Turbo mode or UASP mode (if UASP is supported by the connected device).
3. You can manually switch the USB 3.0 mode back to
Normal mode at any time.
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www.asus.com for detailed software conguration.
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The Monitor menu
The Monitor menu includes the Sensor and CPU
Frequency panels.
Sensor
The Sensor panel displays real-time values provided by system sensors monitoring fan
rotation, CPU temperature, and voltage.
To launch Sensor:
• Click
Monitor > Sensor on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
CPU Frequency
The CPU Frequency panel displays the current CPU frequency and CPU usage.
To launch CPU frequency:
• Click
Monitor > CPU Frequency on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
As displayed in the right pane (system information area)
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The Update menu
The Update menu allows you to update the
motherboard BIOS and the boot logo using ASUS
update utilities.
ASUS Update
ASUS Update provides options for updating the BIOS on your system. You can update the
BIOS on your system immediately or simply save the BIOS le for later use.
Launching ASUS Update
After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch ASUS Update by
clicking Update> ASUS Update on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
Using ASUS Update
Select what you would like to do with the BIOS utility. Click Next and follow the instructions to
complete your request.
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• Update BIOS from Internet
Download the latest BIOS utility from the ASUS service website (www.asus.com) and
follow the procedures to update the BIOS version on your system.
•
Download BIOS from Internet
Download the latest BIOS utility from the ASUS service website (www.asus.com) and
save for later use.
•
Update BIOS from le
Use the BIOS utility to upload a saved BIOS le to update the BIOS version on your
system.
•
Save BIOS to le
Back up the current BIOS on your system to a le or USB disk.
There may be risks of a system crash when updating BIOS. Backing up the original BIOS
utility is recommended before updating.
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USB BIOS Flashback
The USB BIOS Flashback allows user to update the BIOS without entering the BIOS or the
operating system by using a USB ash disk drive.
1. Download the latest BIOS le from the
ASUS website.
2. Extract and rename the BIOS image le
to “CG8890.CAP”.
3. Copy
4. Turn off the system and connect the
5. Hold the
6. Wait until the LED stops blinking,
“CG8890.CAP” to the root
directory of the USB ash disk drive.
USB ash drive to the ROG Connect
port (the white USB 2.0 port) at the rear
panel of the motherboard.
ROG Connect button until the
LED begins to blink, then release the
button.
indicating that the BIOS update process is
complete.
• This function supports USB ash disks formatted using FAT 32/16 on a
single partition.
• Disable ErP READY in the BIOS before using the USB BIOS Flashback
feature via the ROG Connect port.
• DO NOT unplug the power while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot
failure.
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MyLogo2
This MyLogo utility lets you customize the boot logo. The boot logo is the image that appears
on screen during the Power-On-Self-Tests (POST). Personalize your computer from the very
beginning!
Launching ASUS Update
After installing AI Suite II from the motherboard support DVD, launch MyLogo by clicking
Update> MyLogo on the AI Suite II main menu bar.
Using MyLogo
Select what you would like to do then click Next and follow the instructions.
Change the BIOS boot logo of my motherboard
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1. On the Picture File item, click
logo. Then click Next.
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Audio congurations
The Realtek® audio CODEC provides 7.1-channel audio capability to deliver the ultimate
audio experience on your computer. The software provides Jack-Detection function, S/PDIF
Out support, and interrupt capability. The CODEC also includes the Realtek® proprietary
UAJ® (Universal Audio Jack) technology for all audio ports, eliminating cable connection
errors and giving users plug and play convenience.
Follow the installation wizard to install the Realtek® Audio Driver from the support DVD that
came with the motherboard package.
If the Realtek audio software is correctly installed, you will
nd the Realtek HD Audio Manager icon on the taskbar.
Double-click on the icon to display the Realtek HD Audio
Manager.
A. Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows® Vista™ / 7
Set default
device button
Conguration
option tabs
Control
settings
window
Realtek HD Audio Manager
Device
advanced
settings
Connector
settings
Analog
and digital
connector
status
Information
button
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B. Realtek HD Audio Manager for Windows XP
Conguration
options
Control settings
window
Information
button
Refer to the software manual in the support DVD or visit the ASUS website at
www.asus.com for detailed software conguration.
Exit
button
Minimize
button
Sound Blaster X-Fi MB 2
This application is available only under Windows® Vista and Windows® 7 operating
systems.
This installation requires that you have the latest version of the Windows Media Player
installed on your system. Ensure to download and install the latest Windows Media Player
before installing Sound Blaster X-Fi MB 2.
The onboard 8-channel HD audio (High Denition Audio, previously code-named Azalia)
CODEC enables high-quality 192KHz/24-bit audio output, jack-sensing feature, retasking
functions and multi-streaming technology that simultaneously sends different audio streams
to different destinations.
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Activating Sound Blaster X-Fi MB 2
After installing Sound Blaster X-Fi MB 2 successfully, you need to activate this utility online
before rst use.
1. Double-click Activate on the desktop.
Ensure that you have successfully installed the LAN driver and you are connected to the
Internet.
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2. Click Activate to start activation.
Using Sound Blaster X-Fi MB 2
Speaker and Headphone
EAX
Equalizer
Mixer
THX
Adjusting Volume
Restore to Defaults
Mute
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Speaker and Headphone
You can adjust speaker-related or
headphone-related congurations in
the Sound Blaster Console.
Environment Audio Extensions (EAX)
After enabling the EAX effects, you
are allowed to select and add your
desired environment sounds into the
music.
Equalizer
You can manually adjust the audio
frequency with the equalizer and
customize your presets for later use.
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Mixer
You can manually adjust the audio
volumes, including Line In, Stereo Mix
and Microphone, when recording or
during the playback.
THX
THX is a high-delity sound
technology that allows you to adjust
the surround sound effect, sub-woofer
volume, etc.
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ASUS AI Manager
ASUS AI Manager is a utility which gives you quick and easy access to frequently-used
applications.
Launching AI Manager
To launch the AI Manager from the Windows® desktop, click
AI Manager > AI Manager 1.xx.xx
After launching the application, the AI Manager icon appears on
the Windows® taskbar.
Right-click this icon to switch between the quick bar and the
main window, and to launch the AI Manager either from the
quick bar or taskbar.
. The AI Manager quick bar appears on the desktop.
AI Manager quick bar
The AI Manager quick bar saves desktop space and allows you to launch ASUS utilities or
display system information easily. Click any of the Main, My Favorites, Support or Information
tabs to display menu contents.
Click to extend or restore
Start > All Programs > ASUS >
Exit button
Switch to main Window
Add to ToolBar
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My Favorites
Main
Click the Maximize/restore button to switch between full window and quick bar. Click the
Minimize button to keep the AI Manager on the taskbar. Click the Close button to quit
the AI Manager.
Support Information
Main
The Main menu contains three utilities: AI Disk, AI Security, and AI Booting. Click the arrow
on the Main menu icon to browse through the utilities in the main menu.
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AI Disk
AI Disk allows you to easily clear temporary IE les, IE cookies, IE URLs, IE history,
or the Recycle Bin. Click the AI Disk icon on the quick bar to display the full AI Disk
window and select the items you want to clear. Click Apply when done.
AI Security
AI Security enables you to set a password to secure your devices, such as USB ash
disks and CD/DVD disks, from unauthorized access.
To lock a device:
1. When using AI Security for the rst time, you are asked to set a password. Key in
a password with a maximum of 20 alphanumeric characters.
2. Conrm password.
3. Key in a password hint (recommended).
4. Click
Ok.
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5. Select the device you want to lock, then click Apply.
6. Key in the password you have set previously, then click
To unlock the device:
1. Select the locked device, then click
Apply.
2. Key in the password you have set previously, then click
To change the password:
• Click
Change Password, then follow the onscreen instructions to change
password.
AI Booting
AI Booting allows you to specify boot device priority sequence.
Ok.
Ok.
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To specify the boot sequence:
1. Select a device, then click the left/right button to specify the boot sequence.
2. Click
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My Favorites
My Favorites allows you to add applications you frequently use, saving you from searching
for the applications throughout your computer.
To add an application:
1. Click
2. Click
Right click on the application icon to launch, delete, or rename the selected application.
You can also double click to launch the selected application.
Add, then locate the application you want to add to My Favorites.
Open on the le location window. The application is added to My Favorites
list.
Support
Click any links on the Support window to go to the ASUS website, technical support website,
download support website, or contact information.
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Information
Click the tab on the Information window to see detailed information about your system,
motherboard, CPU, BIOS, installed device(s), and memory.
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Nero 9
Nero 9 allows you to create, copy, burn, edit, share, and update different kinds of data.
Installing Nero 9
To install Nero 9:
1. Insert the Nero 9 DVD into your optical drive.
2. If Autorun is enabled, the main menu appears automatically.
If Autorun is disabled, double-click the SeupX.exe le from the main directory of your Nero
9 DVD.
3. From the main menu, click Nero 9 Essentials.
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4. Select the language you want to use for the Installation Wizard. Click Next.
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5. Click
Next to continue.
6. Tick I accept the License Conditions. When done, click Next.
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7. Select Typical then click Next.
8. Tick Yes, I want to help by sending anonymous application data to Nero then click
Next.
9. When done, click Exit.
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Burning les
To burn les:
1. From the main menu, click
2. Select the les that you want to burn. When done, click Add.
Data Burning > Add.
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3. After selecting les that you want to burn, click Burn to burn the les to a disc.
For more details about using Nero 9, refer to the Nero website at www.nero.com
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Recovering your system
Using the Recovery Partition
The Recovery Partition quickly restores your Desktop PC’s software to its original working
state. Before using the Recovery Partition, copy your data les (such as Outlook PST les)
to USB storage devices or to a network drive and make note of any customized conguration
settings (such as network settings).
About the Recovery Partition
The Recovery Partition is a reserved space on your hard disk drive used to restore the
operating system, drivers, and utilities installed on your Desktop PC at the factory.
DO NOT delete the partition named RECOVERY. The Recovery Partition is created at the
factory and cannot be restored if deleted. Take your Desktop PC to an authorized ASUS
service center if you have problems with the recovery process.
Using the Recovery Partition:
1. Press <
2. Press <
3. Select one of the following recovery options.
4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process.
F9> during bootup.
Enter> to select Windows Setup [EMS Enabled].
System Recovery:
This feature allows you to restore the system to factory default settings.
System Image Backup:
This feature allows you to burn system image backups to DVD discs, which you can use
later to restore the system to its default settings.
System DVD Backup:
This feature allows you to make a backup copy of the support DVD.
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Using the Recovery DVD (on selected models)
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Prepare 1~3 blank writable DVDs to create the Recovery DVD.
Remove or disconnect any external hard disks before performing system recovery on your
Desktop PC. According to Microsoft, you may lose important data due to the risk of setting
up Windows on the wrong disk drive or formatting the incorrect drive partition.
To use the Recovery DVD:
1. Insert the Recovery DVD into the optical drive. Your Desktop PC needs to be powered
ON.
2. Restart the Desktop PC and press <
F8> on bootup and select the optical drive (may be
labeled as “CD/DVD”) and press <Enter> to boot from the Recovery DVD.
3. Select OK to start.
4. Select OK to conrm system recovery.
Restoring will overwrite your hard drive. Back up all your important data before system
recovery.
5. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process.
DO NOT remove the Recovery disc, unless instructed to do so, during the recovery process
or else your partitions will be unusable.
Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for updated drivers and utilities.
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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
This chapter presents some problems you might encounter and the possible solutions.
My computer cannot be powered on and the power LED on the front
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panel does not light up
• Check if your computer is properly connected.
• Check if the wall outlet is functioning.
• Check if the Power Supply Unit is switched on. Refer to the section
your computer ON/OFF in Chapter 1.
My computer hangs.
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• Do the following to close the programs that are not responding:
1. Simultaneously press <Alt> + <Ctrl> + <Delete> keys on the keyboard,
then click Start Task Manager.
2. Click the
3. Select the program that is not responding, then click
• If the keyboard is not responding. Press and hold the Power button on the top
of your chassis until the computer shuts down. Then press the Power button
to turn it on.
I cannot connect to a wireless network using the ASUS WLAN Card
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(on selected models only)?
• Ensure that you enter the correct network security key for the wireless network
you want to connect to.
• Connect the external antennas (optional) to the antenna connectors on the
ASUS WLAN Card and place the antennas on the top of your computer
chassis for the best wireless performance.
Applications tab.
End Task.
Turning
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The arrow keys on the number key pad are not working.
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Check if the Number Lock LED is off. When the Number Lock LED is on,
the keys on the number key pad are used to input numbers only. Press the
Number Lock key to turn the LED off if you want to use the arrow keys on the
number key pad.
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No display on the monitor.
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• Check if the monitor is powered on.
• Ensure that your monitor is properly connected to the video output port on
your computer.
• If your computer comes with a discrete graphics card, ensure that you connect
your monitor to a video output port on the discrete graphics card.
• Check if any of the pins on the monitor video connector is bent. If you discover
bent pins, replace the monitor video connector cable.
• Check if your monitor is plugged to a power source properly.
• Refer to the documentation that came with your monitor for more
troubleshooting information.
When using multiple monitors, only one monitor has display.
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• Ensure that the both monitors are powered on.
• During POST, only the monitor connected to the VGA port has display. The
dual display function works only under Windows.
• When a graphics card is installed on your computer, ensure that you connect
the monitors to the output port on the graphics card.
• Check if the multiple displays settings are correct. Refer to section
Connecting multiple external displays in Chapter 3 for details.
My computer cannot detect my USB storage device.
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• The rst time you connect your USB storage device to your computer,
Windows automatically installs a driver for it. Wait for a moment and go to My
Computer to check if the USB storage device is detected.
• Connect your USB storage device to another computer to test if the USB
storage device is broken or is malfunctioning.
I want to restore or undo changes to my computer’s system settings
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without affecting my personal les or data.
The Windows® System Restore feature allows you to restore or undo changes
to your computer’s system settings without affecting your personal data such
as documents or photos. For more details, refer to the section Restoring your
system in Chapter 2.
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The picture on the HDTV is distorted.
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• It is caused by the different resolutions of your monitor and your HDTV. Adjust
the screen resolution to t your HDTV. To change the screen resolution:
1. Do any of the following to open the
• Click > Control Panel > Appearance and Personalization > Display >
Change display settings.
• Right click anywhere on your Windows desktop. When the pop-up menu
appears, click Personalize > Display > Change display settings.
2. Adjust the resolution. Refer to the documentation included with your HDTV
for the resolution.
3. Click
My speakers produce no sound.
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• Ensure that you connect your speakers to the Line out port (lime) on the front
• Check if your speak is connected to an electrical power source and turned on.
• Adjust your speakers’ volume.
• Ensure that your computer’s system sounds are not on mute.
• Connect your speakers to another computer to test if the speakers arer
Apply or OK. Then click Keep Changes on the conrmation message.
panel or the rear panel.
• If it is muted, the volume icon is displayed as
sounds, click
• If it is not muted, click
working properly.
from the Windows notication area, then click .
Screen Resolution setting screen:
. To enable the system
and drag the slider to adjust the volume.
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The DVD drive cannot read a disc.
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• Check if the disc is placed with the label side facing up.
• Check if the disc is centered on the tray, especially for discs with
non-standard size or shape.
• Check if the disc is scratched or damaged.
The DVD drive eject button is not responding.
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1. Click > Computer.
2. Right-click
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Power
Problem Possible Cause Action
Incorrect power voltage
No power
(The power
indicator is off)
Your computer is not
turned on.
Your computer’s power
cord is not properly
connected.
• If your computer has a power
voltage switch, set it to your area’s
power requirements.
• Adjust the voltage settings. Ensure
that the power cord is unplugged
from the power outlet.
Press the power key on the front panel
to ensure that your computer is turned
on.
• Ensure that the power cord is
properly connected.
• Use a different power cord.
PSU (Power supply unit)
problems
Please call our Call Center for repair.
Display
Problem Possible Cause Action
No display
output after
turning the
computer on
(Black screen)
The signal cable is
not connected to the
correct VGA port on your
computer.
Signal cable problems Try connecting to another monitor.
• Connect the signal cable to the
correct display port (onboard VGA or
discrete VGA port).
• If you are using a discrete VGA
card, connect the signal cable to the
discrete VGA port.
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LAN
Problem Possible Cause Action
The LAN cable is not
connected.
Connect the LAN cable to your
computer.
Ensure the LAN LED is on. If not,
LAN cable problems
try another LAN cable. If it still does
not work, contact the ASUS service
center.
Cannot access
the Internet
Your computer is not
properly connected to a
router or hub.
Network settings
Problems caused by the
anti-virus software
Ensure that your computer is properly
connected to a router or hub.
Contact your Internet Service Provider
(ISP) for the correct LAN settings.
Close the anti-virus software.
Driver problems Reinstall the LAN driver
Audio
Problem Possible Cause Action
Speaker or headphone is
connected to the wrong
port.
• Refer to your computer’s user
manual for the correct port.
• Disconnect and reconnect the
speaker to your computer.
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No Audio
Speaker or headphone
does not work.
The front and back audio
ports do not work.
Try using another speaker or
headphone.
Try both the front and back audio
ports. If one port fails, check if the
port is set to multi-channel.
Driver problems Reinstall the audio driver
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System
Problem Possible Cause Action
Too many programs are
running.
System speed is
too slow
The system often
hangs or freezes.
Computer virus attack
Hard disk drive failure
Memory module problems
There is not enough
air ventilation for your
computer.
Incompatible software is
installed.
Close some of the programs.
• Use an anti-virus software to
scan for viruses and repair your
computer.
• Reinstall the operating system.
• Send the damaged hard disk
drive to ASUS Service Center for
servicing.
• Replace with a new hard disk drive.
• Replace with compatible memory
modules.
• Remove the extra memory
modules that you have installed,
then try again.
Move your computer to an area with
better air ow.
Reinstall the OS and reinstall
compatible software.
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CPU
Problem Possible Cause Action
Your computer is booting
up.
Too noisy right
after turning on
the computer.
Computer is too
noisy when in use.
If the problem still persists, refer to your Desktop PC’s warranty card and contact the ASUS
Service Center. Visit the ASUS Support site at http://support.asus.com for the service
center information.
The BIOS settings have
been changed.
Old BIOS version
The CPU fan has been
replaced.
There is not enough
air ventilation for the
computer.
The system temperature is
too high.
It is normal. The fan runs on its
full speed when the computer is
powering on. The fan slows down
after entering the OS.
Restore the BIOS to its default
settings.
Update the BIOS to the latest
version. Visit the ASUS Support
site at http://support.asus.com to
download the latest BIOS versions.
Ensure that you are using a
compatible or ASUS-recommended
CPU fan.
Ensure that your computer is
working in an area with good air ow.
• Update the BIOS.
• If you know how to reinstall the
motherboard, try to clean the inner
space of the chassis.
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ASUS contact information
ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.
Address 15 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 11259
Telephone +886-2-2894-3447
Fax +886-2-2890-7798
E-mail info@asus.com.tw
Web site www.asus.com.tw
Technical Support
Telephone +86-21-38429911
Online support support.asus.com
ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)
Address 800 Corporate Way, Fremont, CA 94539, USA
Telephone +1-510-739-3777
Fax +1-510-608-4555
Web site usa.asus.com
Technical Support
Telephone +1-812-282-2787
Support fax +1-812-284-0883
Online support support.asus.com
ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)
Address Harkort Str. 21-23, D-40880 Ratingen, Germany
Fax +49-2102-959911
Web site www.asus.de
Online contact www.asus.de/sales
Technical Support
Telephone (Component) +49-1805-010923*
Telephone (System/Notebook/Eee/LCD) +49-1805-010920*
Support Fax +49-2102-9599-11
Online support support.asus.com
* EUR 0.14/minute from a German xed landline; EUR 0.42/minute from a mobile
phone.
Manufacturer: ASUSTeK Computer Inc.
Address: No.150, LI-TE RD., PEITOU, TAIPEI 112,
Authorised representative in
Europe:
Address: HARKORT STR. 21-23, 40880 RATINGEN,
TAIWAN
ASUS Computer GmbH
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